Peter Teakle Wines is the jewel in the crown of the fledgling wine industry in the Eyre Peninsula, South Australia, which is changing Port Lincoln into a destination for wine and food lovers. It is a combination of award-winning wine, amazing views of the coastline and world-class cuisine in a single memorable experience.
The Vision of Peter Teakle Wines.
This was an innovative winery that was established in 2016 by a forward-thinking entrepreneur, Peter Teakl, based on the notion that great products demand the best produce, people, and passion to make them great. The Eyre Peninsula maritime climate has a distinctive potential for unique wines, which was realised by Peter, who made his fortune from the family wine label printing business Collotype Labels.
After the death of Peter in 2024, his son Ben Teakle carries on with the family legacy as the Managing Director, and as such, the foundation that was the goal of the founder, to make Port Lincoln a leading food and wine destination, is not lost.
Why is Peter Teakle Wines unique?
Maritime Terroir Excellence.
The 12 hectares of carefully tended vineyards enjoy the unique terroir of the Southern Eyre Peninsula. Breezes blowing off the ocean waters, the moderate summer temperatures, and the soils made of limestone provide the perfect environment in which wines can be produced with the greatest purity, freshness, and complexity.
State-of-the-Art Facilities
Peter Teakle Wines also boasts of the first multi-million dollar 100 tonne crushing plant in the Eyre Peninsula, which guarantees that harvested fruit is in excellent condition up to the bottle. This quality is managed with the help of the famous chief winemaker, Elizabeth Heidenreich, and she has been working in the world-famous wineries in Australia, including Wirra Wirra, Wolf Blass and Sevenhill.
The Cellar Door Iconic Experience.
Award-Winning Architecture
The cellar door, which is a barrel-like shape, was opened in December 2020 and has become an immediate landmark in Port Lincoln. This architectural masterpiece, which is intended to look like three wine barrels placed in the vineyard, won the award for Best Building Excellence at the 2021 Master Builders SA Awards.
Wine Tasting Experiences
Some of the prepared tasting flights are available to the visitors:
- Scarlet and Ivory: Complete tasting of Riesling, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Rosée and Merlot Cabernet.
- Whispering Whites: Specialises in white varieties and roses.
- Red Elixir: Tasting very strong red wines such as Shiraz, Merlot, and Cabernet.
- New Releases: New vintages and limited-edition wines.
Wine tastings will cost $15 per person and can be accompanied by locally-made charcuterie boards and cheese platters made by the Line and Label team.
Line and Label Restaurant: Fine Dining.
Award-Winning Dining
With the team of highly skilled executive chef Mark Jensen (previously of Lizard Island Resort and Qualia Resort) at the helm, Line and Label Restaurant has received an Australian Good Food Guide Chef Hat for six years in a row. The contemporary Australian food of the restaurant harmoniously combines the outstanding local seafood with fresh Asian taste.
Dining Options
- Lunch and dinner menus are made à la carte.
- Trust the Chef 5-course degustation event with Teakle wines.
- Local produce priority, such as herbs, fruits and edible flowers, is grown on the premises.
At the restaurant, it is open on Thursday to Sunday, and the views of the vineyard and Boston Bay are beautiful, making for memorable dining experiences.
Wine Portfolio and Varieties.
Having a great variety of varietals that are ideally adapted to the sea climate, Peter Teakle Wines produces:
White Wines
- Sauvignon Blanc (as well as the trendy Killer White)
- Riesling
- Chardonnay
- Semillon
- Late Harvest Semillon
Red Wines
- Shiraz
- Merlot
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Merlot Cabernet blend
Special Releases
- Brut Cuvee Traditional Method Sparkling.
- Rose
Prices cost between 24 and 59, and therefore, the premium wines are affordable to every visitor.
Reviews and Recognition
Tourists keep talking about Peter Teakle Wines and how outstanding their experiences are:
- Amazing employees, spectacular views, good food and best wines! We were accompanied by our 10 7-year-olds, LDS, and they rated the kids’ menu to 10/10″ – TripAdvisor review.
- “The best dining experience with a perfect match of wine experience we have ever had in our tour of Australia” – Wanderlog review.
The winery has also won a Bronze Ribbon and has high ratings in various wine review sites.
Planning Your Visit
Location and Contact
Location: Whillas Road, 31, Port Lincoln, SA 5606.
Phone: (08) 8682 6635
Opening Hours
Cellar Door: Thursday- Saturday 11:00 am- 6:00 pm, Sunday 11:00 am-5:00 pm.
Line and Label Restaurant: Thursday- Sunday.
Getting There
Peter Teakle Wines is located 5km away and is reached by car. Port Lincoln is about one hour of air travel (flight) or a five-hour scenic drive to Adelaide.
Additional Activities
- The Lawn: picnics on the weekend with hampers and wine.
- A wedding and events venue that has a spectacular view of the vineyards.
- Sculpture and herb garden, Garden tours.
Is Peter Teakle Still Working?
Although Peter Teakle tragically died in June 202,4, aged 72, his legacy is still stronger than ever. Son Ben Teakle is the Managing Director of the company and head of the enthusiastic team, which consists of winemaker Liz Heidenreich and chef Mark Jensen. The company has also recently been rebranded to Teakle Wines without any change in the original vision and values of the founder.
Have the best of Eyre Peninsula.
Peter Teakle Wines is not merely a winery; it is an experience that glorifies the special nature of the Eyre Peninsula of South Australia. Even when you enter the unique barrel-shaped cellar door up to the time you finish your last glass of wine with a view of Boston Bay, you find that all the details are attributed to the passion and dedication that have seen the establishment become a landmark in the region.
You can experience an intimate wine tasting, a world-class dining experience, and a special occasion venue, and you will get the experience of a lifetime that will make Peter Teakle Wines the best of the Australian wine country hospitality.
Make your visit bookings today and see the reason why Peter Teakle Wines is now associated with quality on the Eyre Peninsula.
